Joe Lieberman’s religiously promiscuous campaign
By Mark Silk
(RNS) — A missed opportunity for the first Jew on a major-party presidential ticket.
The Muslim women in college ball who are changing American sports
By Dilshad Ali
(RNS) — This year’s basketball tournaments boast several female Muslim players, including 3 who wear hijab. They all offer one another ‘a sisterhood of support.’
How World Vision’s brief affirmation a decade ago changed LBGTQ Christians’ journeys
By Timothy Schraeder Rodriguez
(RNS) — A momentary promise of inclusivity convinced many LGBTQ evangelicals to find a more welcoming home.
69% of US Muslims always give to charities during Ramadan, fulfilling a religious obligation
By Shariq Siddiqui
(The Conversation) — During the month-long period of fasting, the obligation of zakat takes on heightened significance.
French soccer federation limits support for players’ Ramadan observance. Critics see discrimination
By Samuel Petrequin
(AP) – Ahead of training camps which took place in March, the federation made clear it would not change the schedule for meals and practices to accommodate players who want to fully observe the religious ritual.
An annual pilgrimage during Holy Week brings thousands of believers to Santuario de Chimayó in New Mexico, where they pray for healing and protection
By Brett Hendrickson
(The Conversation) — Hundreds of thousands of visitors come to the Santuario de Chimayó throughout the year, but the pilgrimage during the week before the celebration of Easter is the high point.
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